India offers a wide variety of sizes and forms for electric scooters. We have put up a list of the top electric scooters now available in India to assist you in choosing the best one. Both new and established firms’ e-scooters are included in the list. Apart from being eco-friendly, these scooters require less upkeep and are less expensive to operate than their internal combustion engine counterparts.
Furthermore, a significant portion of electric scooters—if not all of them—now match their gasoline counterparts, and you can further reduce the cost with federal and state government subsidies, which are subject to change.
India’s top electric scooters, including prices
In India, you may get various kinds of electric scooters, some of which don’t even require a driver’s license. We’ve included electric scooters in this list that are suitable for the everyday requirements of the typical Indian scooter user. To help you find an electric scooter that suits your budget, we have also made sure to include models that cater to a range of price points.
- Ather Energy 450x Gen 3
The third-generation Ather Energy 450x Gen 3 electric scooter was released in July 2022 as an update to the company’s flagship model. The scooter has a more potent electric motor that can provide 8.7 horsepower of power, and it has a 146 km riding range that ARAI approves. In addition, the all-aluminium frame of Ather makes the already well-engineered scooter body even superior.
In India, the cost of the Ather electric scooter is Rs 1,39,000 (ex-showroom). The cost may change based on the location.
- Hero Electric Optima CX (dual-battery)
Right now, Hero Electric—not to be confused with Hero Motocorp—remains one of the most recognizable brands in the EV business. The Hero Electric Optima CX is one of the dependable workhorses of the Sohinder Singh Gill-led company, which is understandably one of the most well-liked when it comes to electric scooters on Indian roads.
We especially suggest the scooter’s dual-battery type, which has a great certified range of 140 km each charge cycle. In Delhi, India, the EV costs Rs 85,190 (ex-showroom).
- Bajaj Chetak
One of the most well-known and well-liked scooter brands in the past is being brought back by the firm in an electric version, called Bajaj Chetak. The scooter has a stunning design that combines elements of its traditional past with contemporary style. In terms of specifications, it can travel up to 108 kilometers, and its battery is rated to endure for 70,000 kilometers, or seven years.
The starting price of the Bajaj Chetak is Rs 1,21,000 (ex-showroom).
- Ola S1 Pro Gen2
The company’s top-tier electric two-wheeler is the Ola S1 Pro Gen2. The car can travel up to 195 km on a single charge and has a top speed of 120 km/h. In just 2.6 seconds, the Ola S1 Pro can accelerate from zero to forty kilometers per hour.
The ex-showroom pricing of the Ola S1 Pro Gen2 is Rs 1,47,499.
- Vida V1
The Vida V1, the first electric scooter from Hero Motocorp, was introduced earlier this month under the Vida sub-brand. The Vida V1 Plus and Vida V1 Pro are the two models of the scooter available. Regarding features and specifications, the top speed of both types is 80 kmph; however, the V1 Pro takes 3.2 seconds to reach 40 kmph, while the V1 Plus requires 3.4 seconds to cover the same distance.
Ex-showroom prices for the Vida V1 Plus and V1 Pro are Rs. 1,28,000 and Rs. 1,39,000, respectively, and include the state subsidy and FAME II.
- TVS iQube ST
Although it has a more traditional appearance, the TVS iQube ST electric scooter has advantages of its own. To protect both you and your partner, the iQube ST offers one of the largest boot areas, big enough to carry two full-sized helmets. That’s not all, though. The scooter has a maximum riding range of 110 km in performance mode and 145 km in economy mode. As one of the best-performing electric scooters on the market, it can go at a respectable 82 kmph when riding in the latter mode.
The sticker price of the TVS iQube ST in Delhi is Rs 1,09,256 (ex-showroom).
- The Bounce Infinity E1
The Bounce Infinity E1 offers an intriguing payment plan that, when combined with the company’s Battery-as-a-service, or BAAS, programs, allows you to purchase the scooter for a significantly lower cost even if you do not pay the whole price. The plans include a swappable battery option that costs Rs 35 for each switch and a monthly membership fee that starts at Rs 849. As a result, the price per kilometer of Bounce Infinity E1 is now only Rs 0.65.
In India, the retail price of the Bounce Infinity E1 is Rs 36,099 (without battery) and Rs 68,999 (with battery).
- TVS X
The TVS X, the priciest electric two-wheeler in India right now, is the next item on the list. It stands out from the other electric scooters on the market because of its strong and futuristic design language. TVS X is powered by a 4.4kWh battery unit and has an IDC range of 140km. The electric motor has the capacity to produce up to 11kW of peak power and 40Nm of torque.
The ex-showroom price of Rs 2,50,000 will get you the TVS X.
- Ampere Primus
Recently, the Ampere Primus, an electric scooter with a sleek and athletic appearance, was introduced to the Indian market. A 4 kW motor that can accelerate the car from 0 to 40 kph in 4.2 seconds and let it reach top speeds of 77 kmph is packed within.
In India, the Ampere Primus costs Rs 1,10,000 (ex-showroom).
- Ola S1X+
The business just unveiled the Ola S1X+, the top model in the S1X series, at its annual event. The electric two-wheeler has a top speed of 90 kmph and an ARAI range of 151 km. Speaking of speeds, the S1X+ can reach 60 kmph in 5.5 seconds from a standstill.
Ex-showroom, the Ola S1X+ is priced at Rs 1,09,999. Delivery of the vehicle is scheduled to start by the end of September 2023.
